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Thursday, August 21, 2014

What to Pack Before Leaving For Your Next Surfing Vacation

From the anticipation to the adrenaline rush of catching that first wave, nothing beats traveling to a new destination to surf. Whether you've already booked a flight or you're still searching for the perfect spot, a surf vacation is a time to discover an unfamiliar setting while participating in an activity you love. However, to fully enjoy your trip there are a few items you'll need to add to your packing list before boarding your flight.

While packing your surfboard is pretty obvious, you also need to ensure you've invested in a sturdy travel bag that will protect it. Otherwise, you won't get a whole lot of surfing done with a board that has sustained damage during your journey. If you have the option, you may want to consider bringing a second board as back up, just in case your surfboard breaks while you're out on the water.

Adding a small ding repair kit to your travel bag is a must. A severely dinged surfboard, with no repair kit in sight, is definitely one of the fastest ways of ruining your surf vacation fun.

Don't leave home without your surfboard wax. Make sure you pack enough to last you the whole trip. You may even want to bring a little extra in case a new acquaintance is running low.

Packing easily replaceable parts, such as, spare fins and a spare leash or two is always a wise choice. Getting stuck in the middle of nowhere without either of these parts on hand can equal an entire day of your surfing vacation lost to hunting down replacement gear.

Once you've researched the conditions of the area you're visiting, be sure to pack proper surfwear. Hitting the waves wearing inappropriate gear can quickly turn into a dangerous situation.

As you probably know, injuries happen while surfing. Whether its a small cut or a sprained ankle, having a first aid kit handy to sanitize and patch up the damage is crucial to your health. You should also pack a tube of sunscreen to protect yourself from the unforgiving sunlight, you will definitely encounter.

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